Free/Assisted Dental Programs

Medicaid

Medicaid (Title XIX ) of the Social Security Act for low-income people is a federally funded entitlement program. Each state has Medicaid program with different eligibility requirements and out-of-pocket expenses. Find out if you are qualified by clicking on your state.

State DDS ProgramsEach state provides free dental care by volunteered dentist for
either physically challenged, elderly or medically compromised who have no other way to pay dental care. To find the program in your state, please click on this link.

Dental SchoolDental school can provide dental care for a slight fee or free of charge on some occasions. Be prepare to wait for an extended period as the waiting list is rather long.

Health CentersThe federal-funded healthcenter provides dental service to patients who pay what they can afford and based on the patient's income. To locate a health center near you, click here and enter your address.Free Medical/Dental ClinicsA collection of free medical/dental clinics in each state. Some are for low-income people, homeless, particular to local populations, and some may charge a small fee. Read the list on this sitecarefully as restrictions apply. Another site "Find a Free dental care center near you" has a list of free/discount fees of each state.

State Oral Health ProgramsState oral health programs in each state are diverse in size due to funding and bureaucracy. Here is a list of each state with contact information, description of the oral health programs and other state-assisted programs.

Dental Lifeline NetworkDental Lifeline Network is a donated program by local dentists. Eligibility for this program include:

TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint) connects the lower jaw (mandibular) to the skull at the temporal bone, hence the name Temporomandibular Joint...

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All About Dental Health is an online reference created by a dentist to benefit anyone wanting to find out more information about dentistry. New information is continually add to the site. A request for new articles, comments and questions can be made through the comment section on the bottom of every article or e-mail.

"Your mouth is the gateway to your body. Treat it well, you will have a lifetime of healthy teeth and a wholesome body and mind."

Disclaimer

This site has been compiled to give additional information about matters involving Dentistry with a belief that patients should do research regarding any dental matter before embarking on the treatment. The more information the patient has, the better; as this allows a more, in-depth discussion with your dentist regarding your treatment options.

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